DNA and Genetic Studies of Evolution
If we're very lucky, the study of ancient DNA assists in the identification of our most ancient ancestors. Here are some studies that discuss how DNA works.
Ancient Ancestry
An article in The Scientist about the molecular archaeology investigations of Bryan Sykes at Oxford, who used DNA to discover that he was related to Nicholas II of Russia. Clear explanation of the mitochondrial Eve theory. Free log on required.
An article in The Scientist about the molecular archaeology investigations of Bryan Sykes at Oxford, who used DNA to discover that he was related to Nicholas II of Russia. Clear explanation of the mitochondrial Eve theory. Free log on required.
In Search Of: Human Origins
A transcript of NOVA's program on evolution, with Donald Johanson.
A transcript of NOVA's program on evolution, with Donald Johanson.
DNA Interactive: Applications
From Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, Macromedia modules on DNA studies, including investigating the Romanovs and Human Origins studies. These interactive modules step you through the mysteries of mtDNA.
From Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, Macromedia modules on DNA studies, including investigating the Romanovs and Human Origins studies. These interactive modules step you through the mysteries of mtDNA.